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Power Management
3 - 2 The Power Sources
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The Power Sources
The computer can be powered by either an AC/DC adapter or a battery pack.
AC/DC Adapter
Use only the AC/DC adapter that comes with your computer. The wrong type of AC/
DC adapter will damage the computer and its components.
1. Attach the AC/DC adapter to the DC-in jack on the right of the computer.
2. Plug the AC power cord into an outlet, and then connect the AC power cord to the
AC/DC adapter (see sidebar if you are using the optional Port Replicator).
3. Raise the lid/LCD to a comfortable viewing angle.
4. Press the power button to turn “On”.
Battery
The battery allows you to use your computer while you are on the road or when an
electrical outlet is unavailable. Battery life varies depending on the applications and
the configuration you're using.
To increase battery life, let the battery discharge
completely before recharging (see “How do I completely discharge the battery?”
on page 3 - 12 ).
We recommend that you do not remove the battery. For more information on the bat-
tery, please refer to
“Battery Information” on page 3 - 9 .
Port Replicator
AC/DC Adapter
You will be provided
with a
90W AC/DC
adapter if you purchase
the port replicator op-
tion.
If you are using the com-
puter with the Port Rep-
licator, then you
must
use the 90W AC/DC
adapter
to power the
port replicator and com-
puter (
DO NOT USE the
computer’s 65W AC/
DC adapter to power
the Port Replicator
).
See “Port Replicator”
on page 7 - 12 for more
information.